I have included several resources to assist in your venture of writing instruction. Please feel free to let me know what you think or if you come across any additional resources that might be included.
Common Core Standards
Common //an//Core State Standards It is important to be aware of and working toward these standards with each lesson. This page provides the standards information.
Rubrics
CCSS Writing Rubric Grade 3-5 The CCSS writing rubric is a valuable tool for all teachers and students. Rubistar This great link allows teachers to create rubrics quickly and easily. It also helps with suggestions for each criteria.
Teaching Strategies and Ideas
National Writing Project This pages offers 30 evidence based ideas for teaching writing. Explore the page further to find resources in all elements of writing and subject area writing. Readwritethink.org A plethora of information and resources for teachers and families. Kelly Gallagher Kelly, author of multiple resource including, Write Like This and Readicide (both must reads in my opinion), shares additional resources in his blog, instructional materials, and book clubs.
For the Kids!!
PBS Kids- Writing Contest Allow students to experiment with digital writing on the kid friendly elementary writing site. Wordle This is great site that allows students to experiment with language and technology. It can be used in a multitude of ways. Check it out and add Wordle to your classroom.
I have included several resources to assist in your venture of writing instruction. Please feel free to let me know what you think or if you come across any additional resources that might be included.
Common Core Standards
Common //an//Core State Standards It is important to be aware of and working toward these standards with each lesson. This page provides the standards information.Rubrics
CCSS Writing Rubric Grade 3-5 The CCSS writing rubric is a valuable tool for all teachers and students.Rubistar This great link allows teachers to create rubrics quickly and easily. It also helps with suggestions for each criteria.
Teaching Strategies and Ideas
National Writing Project This pages offers 30 evidence based ideas for teaching writing. Explore the page further to find resources in all elements of writing and subject area writing.Readwritethink.org A plethora of information and resources for teachers and families.
Kelly Gallagher Kelly, author of multiple resource including, Write Like This and Readicide (both must reads in my opinion), shares additional resources in his blog, instructional materials, and book clubs.
For the Kids!!
PBS Kids- Writing Contest Allow students to experiment with digital writing on the kid friendly elementary writing site.Wordle This is great site that allows students to experiment with language and technology. It can be used in a multitude of ways. Check it out and add Wordle to your classroom.